machinating

Meanings

• verb

  Planning and scheming secretly, often with a sinister or manipulative intent.

  - "He was machinating against his enemy for years."
  - "The conspirators were machinating in the shadows."

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Variants

List of all variants of machinating that leads to same result
machinate , machinated , machinates , machinating , machinator , machinators

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'machinare', meaning to contrive or devise.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'machinate' was first used in English in the late 15th century.

2. The word 'machination' is related to the concept of machinery, as both involve intricate planning and organization.

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Related Concepts

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1. Conspiracy: Machinating is closely related to the concept of conspiracy, as both involve secret planning and manipulation.

2. Manipulation: Machinating also involves manipulation, as individuals use deceit and cunning to influence others and achieve their objectives.

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Culture

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The term 'machinating' has been used extensively in literature and art to depict characters engaged in devious or manipulative plots. In Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', for instance, the protagonist is often described as machinating to achieve his goals.

How to Memorize "machinating"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a group of people huddled together in secret, whispering and plotting. Imagine their expressions as they come up with a devious plan.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'machinating' with the image of a cog in a machine, as both involve intricate planning and interconnected parts.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym MACHINATE: Manipulate, Conspire, Act, Hide, Inspire, Nurture, and Execute.

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